In just the span of a century alone,American troop valor and honor has been shownin two world wars, Korea, Vietnam, Lebanon,Somalia, Bosnia, Iraq, Afghanistan, with all involving many brave oneslike York, Murphy, Hackworth, Hooper, Smith, and Tillman.

And while the glory should always be toldabout these and other heroes of war,the display of courage and being boldinvolves so many more...as it is about the call of dutyregardless where American troops might be.

They have carried the burden to protectour shores since independence won,fighting on until their mission is done,taking our flag wherever they go,saluting her red, white, and blue with deep respect.

Our troops are true national treasures,priceless in their worth, who surely deserveour unyielding praise for making the sacrifice to preserveAmerica's values and freedom under all types of measures.